Quality Manager role based in Bolton. Fixed Term contract working for a growing Aerospace Manufacturing company

Client Details

Our client is a growing aerospace manufacturing company based in Bolton

Description

Seeking an immediately available Quality Manager with deep experience in AS9100 internal auditing and problem investigation & resolution to support quality systems and performance within a high-precision aerospace machining and manufacturing environment.

* Lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the internal audit programme in alignment with AS9100 standards.

* Own and drive structured problem investigations, including root cause analysis for quality issues, non-conformances, and systemic failures.

* Implement and monitor corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure sustained resolution.

* Support QMS maintenance, updates, and ensure ongoing compliance.

* Assist the business in delivering awareness of the requirements of relevant certification.

* Track and report on audit outcomes, non-conformance trends, and resolution performance using KPIs and dashboards.

* Collaborate cross-functionally across Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement

* Deliver structured updates and communicate risks effectively to client leadership

Profile

* Experienced Quality Manager with strong, hands-on expertise in AS9100 internal auditing and quality system compliance.

* Demonstratable experience of hosting / working with 2nd and 3rd party auditors.

* Ability to generate procedures and processes to improve or update existing QMS.

* Skilled in structured problem-solving tools: 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa/Fishbone, etc.

* Demonstrated success in resolving complex quality issues across manufacturing or supply chain environments.

* Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams).

* Effective stakeholder communicator, comfortable driving improvement initiatives across all functional levels.

* Aerospace industry background preferred; experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing also considered valuable.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, CQI Diploma in quality or related field (or equivalent experience).

* 3+ years in a Quality Engineering role, preferably in aerospace or defence.

* In-depth knowledge of AS9100 Rev D

* IRCA Certified AS EN 9100 Auditor / Lead Auditor

* Experience with internal auditing, QMS documentation, and audit report writing.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

* Ideally, a member of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI

Job Offer

£50,000 to £60,000 on a 6-12 month contract with the possibility of a permanent role following that